About GED® Ready

GED® Ready tests are designed to assist individuals in evaluating their preparedness for taking GED® exams. These practice tests cover four key subjects: mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts.

In Florida, individuals aged 16 or 17 must complete and pass all four of the GED® Ready tests at an approved testing center before proceeding to the official tests.

Cost Savings

Retaking GED® exams can be expensive, so using GED® Ready practice tests can save individuals time and money by confirming their readiness for the official tests.

Each practice test costs $6.99. If you opt to take all four GED® Ready practice tests, the cost will be approximately $22.99.

GED® Ready tests must be purchased at GED.com before scheduling the practice tests at a testing center.

Prompt Feedback

Those who take GED® Ready practice tests receive their scores on the same day, with the possibility of accessing an Enhanced Score Report in as little as one hour. This report assists in identifying areas where an individual may need improvement.

Duration of GED® Ready Tests

The GED® Ready tests vary in length, ranging from 35 to 90 minutes. They are designed to be half the length of the regular GED® exams for each subject. The GED® Social Studies test is the shortest at 35 minutes, while the GED® Science test takes 47 minutes. The GED® Mathematical Reasoning test requires one hour, and the GED® Reasoning Through Language Arts test takes an hour and a half.

Comparison of Practice Scores with Official Test Scores

Your performance on GED® Ready practice tests provides an estimate of your potential results on the official GED® tests. For example, scoring between 145 and 200 points on a test suggests a likelihood of passing the actual exams. Scores of 144 or below indicate the need for additional preparation.

To obtain your GED®, you must achieve a minimum of 145 on each subject area test. However, an added benefit beyond passing the GED® exam is earning a College Ready or College Ready + Credit designation. Scoring 165 or higher will result in a GED® College Ready designation that may result in placement testing exemption.  A score of 175 or higher qualifies you for the GED® College Ready + credit designation that may result in the exemption of certain courses. For more detailed information regarding college credit designation programs, please visit GED® College Ready

Students aged 16 or 17 seeking to take the GED® examination must meet the following criteria:

• Must not be enrolled in secondary education.
• Must be a resident of Pasco County as verified by a government-issued ID.
• Must pass all four subject areas of the GED® Ready Official Practice Test.
• Must submit a Florida GED® Testing Program Underage Waiver Form documenting testing eligibility.

1. Create your account at GED.com.

•  Please note: You do not need to enter the FLEID. (This is the Florida Student Identifier and is not necessary for receipt of the age waiver.)

2. Purchase GED® Ready Official Practice Tests for all four subject areas at GED® Ready

• Four subject areas: Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies.
• Tests are valid for 120 days from the date of purchase.

3.​​ Reserve your testing day and time and pay the scheduling fee for your GED® Ready Test(s) for your preferred location:

   F.K. Marchman Technical College (West)

   Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation (EAST)

• A $31.20 non-refundable fee covers test scheduling; it may also cover tuition if GED® classes are required. This fee does not include payment for GED® Ready Tests.
• Tests can be scheduled on one day or multiple days.
• Test scores must be stamped and signed by the proctor on duty during testing.

GED® Ready Test results are not kept on file at the school or assessment center. It is the responsibility of the student to keep the official, stamped, and signed test results.

If an individual's test scores fall at 144 or below in one or more subjects, students are required to enroll in remedial classes to strengthen the skills necessary to achieve a passing score. To be eligible for retesting with the GED® Ready Test, students must commit to a minimum of 12 hours of remediation in each subject area where improvement is needed.

Those requiring these classes must complete the ABE/GED Orientation before beginning their remedial studies. This orientation includes essential information, expectations, pre-test scheduling links, and the enrollment application. To get started, please click the following link to enroll in the ABE/GED® Orientation: Underage Waiver Program Orientation.

1. Pass all four areas of the GED® Ready Practice Tests with a score of 145 or higher. 

• Scores are valid for one calendar year.

2. Submit stamped and signed passing scores along with the Florida GED® Testing Program Underage Waiver Form. Links and documents are below.

Petition for Age Waiver Form - You must download and SAVE this form on your device. Then, complete the top portion of the form and save again.* A picture or scan of the waiver form is not acceptable for approval.*

Submit Petition for Age Waiver

3. Must complete ALL sections of the forms and verify data is correct. Pasco County Schools is not responsible for incorrect information.

Only submit once all four subject areas have passing scores.

Incomplete submissions or submissions with test scores lower than 145 will not be processed.

The completed Florida GED® Testing Program Underage Waiver Form will be submitted to the Florida Department of Education upon meeting all eligibility criteria. GED® officials will notify students once the age restriction has been removed.

In the case of a waiver denial, an appeal may be submitted within ten business days in writing to Pamela Davis, Senior Supervisor, at pdavis@pasco.k12.fl.us.

If you have any questions, please contact Michael Butler, Adult Education Program Coordinator, at mrbutler@pasco.k12.fl.us.

If you do not pass all four subject area tests, you will need to schedule the ABE/GED® pre-test test to enroll in classes and complete the ABE/GED® Orientation.

You may enroll in classes without completing the underage waiver process as outlined above. Simply complete the online orientation in the link below to enroll in classes.

ABE/GED Orientation 

Purchase GED® Ready Official Practice Tests for all four subject areas at GED® Ready, 

Choose your testing location:

  F.K. Marchman Technical College (West)

  Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation (EAST)

Yes, GED® Ready Tests must be paid for by the tester and must be purchased before scheduling to take the tests.

If you do not pass all four subject area tests, you will need to schedule the ABE/GED® pre-test test to enroll in classes and complete the ABE/GED® orientation.

The link to schedule the pre-test for ABE/GED® classes will be included in the ABE/GED® orientation.

GED® is dedicated to ensuring that all students, including those with disabilities, have equal access to the GED® test. They align with the principles of the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA) and carefully evaluate requests for test accommodations on an individual basis. These accommodations may encompass provisions like extended testing time, additional breaks, and the provision of a separate testing room. Please visit https://ged.com/about_test/accommodations/ for more information.